Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 537 § 537.095 — Interference between geothermal well and other water appropriation
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 537 ·
Oregon Code § 537.095·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Interference between geothermal well and other water appropriation.
If interference between an
existing geothermal well permitted under ORS chapter 522 and an existing water
appropriation permitted under this chapter is found by either the State
Geologist or the Water Resources Commission, the State Geologist and the Water
Resources Commission shall work cooperatively to resolve the conflict and
develop a cooperative management program for the area. In determining what
action should be taken, they shall consider the following goals:
(1) Achieving the
most beneficial use of the water and heat resources;
(2) Allowing all
existing users of the resources to continue to use those resources to the
greatest extent possible; and
(3) Insuring that
the public interest in efficient use of water and heat resources is protected. [1981
c.589 §10; 1985 c.673 §22]
WATER USE REPORTING
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 537.095
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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